1990 Honda Concerto vs. 1970 Mini MK III
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mini MK III would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 430 kg more than 1970 Mini MK III. 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, 1990 Honda Concerto (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Concerto | 1970 Mini MK III | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Concerto | MK III |
Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2040 mm |