1972 Mini Clubman vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1972 Mini Clubman is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Vauxhall Victor (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 259 kg more than 1972 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Vauxhall Victor 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 1959 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1959 Vauxhall Victor (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mini Clubman | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Mini | Vauxhall |
| Model | Clubman | Victor |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2550 mm |
