1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1972 Nissan Gloria is newer by 3 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 1,988 cc, 1972 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (39 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 657 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, 1972 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Gloria 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 | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Mini Clubman | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 638 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
