1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (40 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 180 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 Simca 1000 (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1000 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 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | Mini Clubman | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2230 mm |
