1994 Mazda 323 vs. 1969 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (74 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1969 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Mazda 323 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 1994 Mazda 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1994 Mazda 323 (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 1969 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 323 | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |
