1969 Mini Clubman vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 43 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 530 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mini Clubman | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mini | Mini |
| Model | Clubman | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2466 mm |
