1973 Mini Clubman vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1980 Nissan Stanza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1973 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 275 kg more than 1973 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mini Clubman | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Clubman | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
