1971 Mini Clubman vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 11 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1971 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 135 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, 1982 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mini Clubman | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Clubman | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
