2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1976 Mini Clubman
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 285 kg more than 1976 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mini Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1976 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Panda | Clubman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2040 mm |
