2000 Honda Insight vs. 1976 Mini Clubman
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 24 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Insight weights approximately 160 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.
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, 2000 Honda Insight (123 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini Clubman. 2000 Honda Insight 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. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 1976 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Insight | Clubman |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2040 mm |
