1974 Mini Clubman vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1974 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1974 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 712 kg more than 1974 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mini Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mini Clubman | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mini | Seat |
| Model | Clubman | Leon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
