1971 Mini Clubman vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1974 Peugeot 504 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 504 (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 484 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 1974 Peugeot 504 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 1974 Peugeot 504. 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, 1974 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mini Clubman | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | Clubman | 504 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2750 mm |
