1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1975 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 820 kg more than 1975 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Corvette | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2040 mm |
