1969 Mini Clubman vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 27 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 310 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, 1996 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mini Clubman | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mini | Seat |
| Model | Clubman | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |
