1968 Mini Clubman vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 27 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Serena (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 705 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 1995 Nissan Serena 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 1995 Nissan Serena. 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mini Clubman | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Mini | Nissan |
Model | Clubman | Serena |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2740 mm |