1972 Mini Clubman vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 9 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mini Clubman (60 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mini Clubman should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 315 kg more than 1972 Mini Clubman.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini Clubman. (95 Nm @ 2550 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mini Clubman | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Clubman | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2550 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
