2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1970 Mini Clubman
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1970 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 395 kg more than 1970 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mini Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini Clubman. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1970 Mini Clubman has manual transmission. 1970 Mini Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1970 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Pilot | Clubman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
