1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1959 Buick Invicta
To start off, 1969 Austin Mini Clubman is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (39 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1432 kg more than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Buick Invicta 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 1959 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Austin 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, 1959 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. 1959 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1969 Austin Mini Clubman has manual transmission. 1969 Austin Mini Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Austin Mini Clubman | 1959 Buick Invicta | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | Mini Clubman | Invicta |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 6576 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 106.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 638 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |