1972 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1979 Innocenti Mini is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 42 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic.
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, 1972 Honda Civic (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 1979 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Civic | Mini |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2050 mm |
