1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1970 Fiat 130 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin Mini Clubman would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (39 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 962 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 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 | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Mini Clubman | 130 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 638 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
