1972 Mini Clubman vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 34 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 530 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 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mini Clubman | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Clubman | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3090 mm |
