1970 Mini Clubman vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 42 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 502 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, 2012 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mini Clubman | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mini | Seat |
| Model | Clubman | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |
