1970 Mini Clubman vs. 2010 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Albea is newer by 40 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Albea weights approximately 471 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.
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, 2010 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mini Clubman | 2010 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Mini | Fiat |
| Model | Clubman | Albea |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
