1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1969 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 1969 Austin Mini Clubman and 1969 Mitsubishi Galant were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mitsubishi Galant (85 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 207 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 Mitsubishi Galant 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 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 Mitsubishi Galant (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Mitsubishi Galant 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 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mini Clubman | Galant |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 638 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2310 mm |
