1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1998 Honda CR-V is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 1998 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Minica | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
