1969 Honda S600 vs. 1968 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1969 Honda S600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Honda S600 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1968 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Honda S600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Mini Clubman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Mini Clubman (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1968 Mini Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 1968 Mini Clubman | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | S600 | Clubman |
Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |