1969 Mini Clubman vs. 1969 Subaru FF-1
To start off, both 1969 Mini Clubman and 1969 Subaru FF-1 were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Subaru FF-1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Subaru FF-1 (52 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Subaru FF-1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Subaru FF-1 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1969 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Subaru FF-1 (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Subaru FF-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mini Clubman | 1969 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Mini | Subaru |
| Model | Clubman | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |
