2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1978 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 1978 Nissan Cedric 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 1978 Nissan Cedric. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 1978 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Mini | Nissan |
Model | Cooper | Cedric |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |