1998 Honda Accord vs. 1978 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 544 kg more than 1978 Innocenti Mini. 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, 1998 Honda Accord (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1978 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Accord | Mini |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
