1972 Mini Clubman vs. 1983 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1983 Talbot Tagora is newer by 11 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Talbot Tagora (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Mini Clubman. (60 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 550 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 1983 Talbot Tagora 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 1983 Talbot Tagora. 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, 1983 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini Clubman. (95 Nm @ 2550 RPM). This means 1983 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mini Clubman | 1983 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Mini | Talbot |
| Model | Clubman | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2550 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2820 mm |
