1999 Volkswagen Fusca vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 465 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Fusca 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 Volkswagen Fusca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Fusca | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
| Model | Fusca | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2548 mm |
