1969 Mini Clubman vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 42 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 806 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 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mini Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mini Clubman | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mini | Subaru |
Model | Clubman | Legacy |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2751 mm |