1976 Mini Clubman vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1976 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 830 kg more than 1976 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mini Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mini Clubman | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mini | Subaru |
| Model | Clubman | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |
