2001 Honda Life vs. 1968 Mini Clubman
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Life weights approximately 110 kg more than 1968 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mini Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life 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, 1968 Mini Clubman (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Mini Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Life | 1968 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Life | Clubman |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2040 mm |
