1980 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Honda Civic (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Civic | 1984 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Minica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2270 mm |
