1978 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Mini MK VI
To start off, 1993 Mini MK VI is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 310 kg more than 1993 Mini MK VI. 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, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mini MK VI. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1993 Mini MK VI | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Accord | MK VI |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2040 mm |
