1971 Mini Clubman vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 5 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mini Clubman (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mini Clubman should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mini Clubman weights approximately 210 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mini Clubman (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1971 Mini Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mini Clubman | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Clubman | Minica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
