1971 Mini Clubman vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Seat 124 is newer by 6 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 124 weights approximately 300 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Seat 124 (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mini Clubman | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mini | Seat |
| Model | Clubman | 124 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |
