1971 Mini MK III vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mini MK III would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1971 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1971 Mini MK III. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mini MK III. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1971 Mini MK III has manual transmission. 1971 Mini MK III 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:
| 1971 Mini MK III | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mini | Honda |
| Model | MK III | Accord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
