1969 Mini Clubman vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 26 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 850 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mini Clubman | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | Clubman | 406 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
