1979 Innocenti Mini vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 793 kg more than 1979 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, 2011 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1979 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1979 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Innocenti Mini | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Innocenti | Honda |
| Model | Mini | Accord |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
