1971 Mini Clubman vs. 1971 Renault 12
To start off, both 1971 Mini Clubman and 1971 Renault 12 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 12 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 12 weights approximately 220 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.
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, 1971 Renault 12 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mini Clubman | 1971 Renault 12 | |
Make | Mini | Renault |
Model | Clubman | 12 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |