1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 30 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (39 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1117 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 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera 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 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Mini Clubman | Frontera |
Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 638 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |