1988 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Civic weights approximately 380 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Honda Civic (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Civic | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Minica |
Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |