1971 Mini Clubman vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 40 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1971 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1971 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 940 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 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mini Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mini Clubman | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Clubman | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2634 mm |
