1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 1976 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1976 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1276 kg more than 1976 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mini Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini Clubman. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1976 Mini Clubman has manual transmission. 1976 Mini Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Honda Odyssey | 1976 Mini Clubman | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Odyssey | Clubman |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2040 mm |