1967 Fiat 2300 vs. 1968 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1968 Mini Clubman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1968 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1968 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 2300 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 1967 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1967 Fiat 2300 (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 2300 | 1968 Mini Clubman | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | 2300 | Clubman |
Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |