1975 Mini Clubman vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, both 1975 Mini Clubman and 1975 Peugeot 504 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 504 (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 594 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 1975 Peugeot 504 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 1975 Peugeot 504. 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, 1975 Peugeot 504 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mini Clubman | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Mini | Peugeot |
Model | Clubman | 504 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1274 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2910 mm |