1960 Austin 7 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 675 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Austin | Mini |
| Model | 7 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 50 L |
