1968 Mini Clubman vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 37 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 530 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.
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, 2005 Opel Vectra (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mini Clubman | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Clubman | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2690 mm |
