1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1969 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 1 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 496 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 1970 AMC Gremlin is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 AMC Gremlin. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Mini Clubman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1969 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | AMC | Mini |
| Model | Gremlin | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
