1972 Mini Clubman vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 1,165 cc, 1973 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Publica weights approximately 75 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mini Clubman | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Clubman | Publica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2270 mm |
