1980 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 28 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 340 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic.
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, 2008 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic. 2008 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1980 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1980 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Civic | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Civic | Cooper |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 93 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |