1965 Innocenti Mini vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 930 kg more than 1965 Innocenti Mini. 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 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti Mini. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1965 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1965 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti Mini | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Innocenti | Honda |
| Model | Mini | Accord |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2710 mm |
