1971 Mini Clubman vs. 1962 Renault Floride
To start off, 1971 Mini Clubman is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Floride would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Renault Floride (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Renault Floride should accelerate faster than 1971 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Renault Floride weights approximately 100 kg more than 1971 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Renault Floride 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 1962 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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 Mini Clubman (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Floride. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mini Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mini Clubman | 1962 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Clubman | Floride |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2280 mm |
