1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1974 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, 2003 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 2003 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Minica | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
