1970 Dodge Challenger vs. 1970 Mini Clubman
To start off, both 1970 Dodge Challenger and 1970 Mini Clubman were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Dodge Challenger (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1970 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 790 kg more than 1970 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Dodge Challenger 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 Dodge Challenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Challenger | 1970 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Dodge | Mini |
| Model | Challenger | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2040 mm |
