2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 460 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mini Cooper (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
