1968 Mini Clubman vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 6 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mini Clubman (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mini Clubman should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mini Clubman weights approximately 220 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Minica 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 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. 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, 1968 Mini Clubman (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Mini Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mini Clubman | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Clubman | Minica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
