1975 Mini Clubman vs. 1999 Nissan President
To start off, 1999 Nissan President is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1975 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1975 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan President weights approximately 1210 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 1999 Nissan President 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 1999 Nissan President. 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, 1999 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mini Clubman. 1999 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 1975 Mini Clubman has manual transmission. 1975 Mini Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mini Clubman | 1999 Nissan President | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Clubman | President |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3040 mm |
