1983 Ford Mustang vs. 1970 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1983 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 505 kg more than 1970 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ford Mustang 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 1983 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1983 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Mustang | 1970 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Mustang | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2040 mm |
