1969 Mini Clubman vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 29 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 445 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, 1998 Toyota Carina (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mini Clubman | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Clubman | Carina |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2590 mm |