1975 Mini Clubman vs. 1964 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1975 Mini Clubman is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Riley One-Point-Five is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Riley One-Point-Five (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Riley One-Point-Five should accelerate faster than 1975 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Riley One-Point-Five weights approximately 255 kg more than 1975 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Riley One-Point-Five is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Mini Clubman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Riley One-Point-Five (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1964 Riley One-Point-Five will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mini Clubman | 1964 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Mini | Riley |
Model | Clubman | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 1975 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2190 mm |