1995 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1973 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 438 kg more than 1973 Mini Clubman. 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, 1995 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1973 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Accord | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
