1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 12 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (39 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 268 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, 1981 Renault 9 (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 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 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | Mini Clubman | 9 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 638 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2490 mm |