2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1969 Mini Clubman
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 39 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 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 410 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1969 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Grande Punto | Clubman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
