2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1976 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 260 kg more than 1976 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Nissan Violet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1976 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper | Violet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
