1971 Mini Clubman vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1971 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1971 Mini Clubman.
Because 2011 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mini Clubman. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1971 Mini Clubman has manual transmission. 1971 Mini Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mini Clubman | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Clubman | Venza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2780 mm |
