2005 Honda Z vs. 1969 Mini Clubman
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Z weights approximately 280 kg more than 1969 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mini Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z 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, 1969 Mini Clubman (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mini Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Z | 1969 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Z | Clubman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
