2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1974 Mini Clubman
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1974 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 521 kg more than 1974 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1974 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Grande Punto | Clubman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
