1968 Mini Clubman vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 41 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1968 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 1004 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, 2009 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mini Clubman. 2009 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1968 Mini Clubman has manual transmission. 1968 Mini Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mini Clubman | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Clubman | Camry |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2780 mm |
