1972 Mini Clubman vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Seat Toledo is newer by 24 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Mini Clubman. (60 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Toledo weights approximately 351 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini Clubman. (95 Nm @ 2550 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mini Clubman | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mini | Seat |
| Model | Clubman | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2550 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2480 mm |
