1989 Honda Civic vs. 1982 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1989 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti Mini.
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, 1989 Honda Civic (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Civic | 1982 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Civic | Mini |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
