1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1971 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1971 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 215 kg more than 1971 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1971 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Palio | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2040 mm |
