1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1972 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1972 Mini Clubman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 310 kg more than 1972 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina 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 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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 Ford Cortina (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 1972 Mini Clubman | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Cortina | Clubman |
Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2040 mm |