1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1969 Austin Maxi
To start off, both 1969 Austin Mini Clubman and 1969 Austin Maxi were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Austin Maxi (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (39 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin Maxi weights approximately 362 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.
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, 1969 Austin Maxi (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. 1969 Austin Maxi 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. 1969 Austin Maxi will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Mini Clubman | 1969 Austin Maxi | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Mini Clubman | Maxi |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 638 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
