1971 Mazda 818 vs. 1968 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1971 Mazda 818 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda 818 (80 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda 818 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Mazda 818 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 1971 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1971 Mazda 818 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 818 | 1968 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 818 | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2040 mm |
