2009 Mazda 6 vs. 1969 Mini Clubman
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 40 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 275 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 1969 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 6 | Clubman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2040 mm |
