1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1969 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce 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 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 575 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Luce | 1969 Mini Clubman | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | Luce | Clubman |
Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2620 cc | 998 cc |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2040 mm |