1980 Peugeot 505 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1980 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1980 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 1980 Peugeot 505 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 1980 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper 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, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Peugeot 505 | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mini |
| Model | 505 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3957 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2548 mm |
