1973 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Rover Mini
To start off, 1992 Rover Mini is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Rover Mini. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover Mini weights approximately 15 kg more than 1973 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, 1992 Rover Mini (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Rover Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1992 Rover Mini | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | Mini |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1168 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2040 mm |
