1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 44 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (39 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 1095 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 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman.
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1969 Austin Mini Clubman | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | Mini Clubman | S60 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 638 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2776 mm |