1973 Honda Z vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 775 kg more than 1973 Honda Z. 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Z | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Z | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2548 mm |
