1969 Mini Clubman vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 35 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 905 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mini Clubman | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Mini | Xedos |
| Model | Clubman | 9 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2760 mm |
