1969 Mini Clubman vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1971 Simca 1301 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 360 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mini Clubman | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mini | Simca |
| Model | Clubman | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2530 mm |
