1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 27 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (39 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 507 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, 1996 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Renault 19 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 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Mini Clubman | 19 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 638 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
