1971 DAF 44 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 530 kg more than 1971 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | DAF | Mini |
| Model | 44 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2548 mm |
