1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1978 Mazda 616 is newer by 9 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (39 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 616 weights approximately 274 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, 1978 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 616 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 | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Mini Clubman | 616 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 638 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2480 mm |
