1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1966 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1969 Austin Mini Clubman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Austin Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Toyota Sport 800 (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (39 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Toyota Sport 800 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin Mini Clubman weights approximately 58 kg more than 1966 Toyota Sport 800.
Because 1966 Toyota Sport 800 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 1966 Toyota Sport 800. 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, 1969 Austin Mini Clubman (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Austin Mini Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Mini Clubman | 1966 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Mini Clubman | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 638 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
