1970 Mini Clubman vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 1975 Morris Marina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Morris Marina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Morris Marina weights approximately 248 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 1975 Morris Marina 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 1975 Morris Marina. 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, 1975 Morris Marina (95 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1975 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mini Clubman | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Mini | Morris |
| Model | Clubman | Marina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
