1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 16 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (39 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 472 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.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Subaru Leone (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone 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 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Mini Clubman | Leone |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 638 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |
