1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, both 1969 Austin Mini Clubman and 1969 Dodge Dart were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (39 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 757 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 1969 Dodge Dart 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 1969 Dodge Dart. 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 Dodge Dart (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Austin Mini Clubman | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | Mini Clubman | Dart |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 5562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 638 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |