1956 Ford Anglia vs. 1975 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1975 Mini Clubman is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mini Clubman (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mini Clubman should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Anglia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1975 Mini Clubman.
Because 1956 Ford Anglia 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 1956 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Mini Clubman, 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, 1975 Mini Clubman (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1975 Mini Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Anglia | 1975 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Anglia | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2040 mm |
