1969 Mini Clubman vs. 1995 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1995 Subaru Impreza 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 325 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.
Because 1995 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mini Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mini Clubman | 1995 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mini | Subaru |
| Model | Clubman | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2530 mm |
