1969 Mini Clubman vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 1969 Mini Clubman is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 600 would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mini Clubman (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mini Clubman should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mini Clubman weights approximately 104 kg more than 1961 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Seat 600 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 1961 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1969 Mini Clubman (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mini Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mini Clubman | 1961 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Mini | Seat |
| Model | Clubman | 600 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
