1960 Ford Anglia vs. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 408 kg more than 1960 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper 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, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Anglia | 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Anglia | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
