1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1974 Honda Civic
To start off, 1974 Honda Civic is newer by 5 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 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (40 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin Mini Clubman weights approximately 5 kg more than 1974 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Honda Civic (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Honda Civic 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 | 1974 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Mini Clubman | Civic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2210 mm |
