1969 Mini Clubman vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 34 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 405 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mini Clubman | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Clubman | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2620 mm |
