1968 Mini Clubman vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 38 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1968 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 860 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 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mini Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mini Clubman | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Clubman | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2860 mm |
