1968 Mini Clubman vs. 1973 Nissan President
To start off, 1973 Nissan President is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 2,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan President weights approximately 925 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 1973 Nissan President 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 1973 Nissan President. 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, 1973 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mini Clubman | 1973 Nissan President | |
Make | Mini | Nissan |
Model | Clubman | President |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2860 mm |