1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 35 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 1024 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.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1974 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica 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:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Minica | Accord |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
