1971 Mini Clubman vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 36 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1971 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1971 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1235 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 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2007 Toyota Quantum. 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mini Clubman | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Clubman | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3120 mm |
