1972 Mini Clubman vs. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 25 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1025 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 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mini Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mini Clubman | 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Clubman | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2970 mm |
