1968 Innocenti Mini vs. 1976 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1976 Mini Clubman is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Innocenti Mini (41 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mini Clubman weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 Innocenti Mini.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Mini Clubman (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Mini Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti Mini | 1976 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mini |
| Model | Mini | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2040 mm |
