2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1969 Mini Clubman
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 38 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 600 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.
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, 2007 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 1969 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | C4 | Clubman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2040 mm |
