1970 Mini Clubman vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, both 1970 Mini Clubman and 1970 Honda Z were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mini Clubman (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mini Clubman should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mini Clubman weights approximately 155 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. 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, 1970 Mini Clubman (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1970 Mini Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z. 1970 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 1970 Mini Clubman has manual transmission. 1970 Mini Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mini Clubman | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Mini | Honda |
| Model | Clubman | Z |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
