1968 Mini Clubman vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 17 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, 1985 Talbot Samba (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Talbot Samba weights approximately 60 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mini Clubman (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mini Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mini Clubman | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mini | Talbot |
| Model | Clubman | Samba |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2350 mm |
