1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 38 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (40 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1080 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 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage 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 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Mini Clubman | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 118 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 58 L |
