1972 Mini Clubman vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1976 Seat 124 is newer by 4 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 1,274 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Mini Clubman. (60 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Seat 124 weights approximately 225 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, 1972 Mini Clubman (95 Nm @ 2550 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Mini Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mini Clubman | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mini | Seat |
| Model | Clubman | 124 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2550 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |
