1977 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1981 Innocenti Mini is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 170 kg more than 1981 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 1981 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Honda | Innocenti |
Model | Accord | Mini |
Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |