1972 Mini Clubman vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 3 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 4 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, 1975 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mini Clubman | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Clubman | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2340 mm |
