1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1997 Tatra T700
To start off, 1997 Tatra T700 is newer by 28 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (40 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 1160 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, 1997 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Tatra T700 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 | 1997 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Austin | Tatra |
| Model | Mini Clubman | T700 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3140 mm |
