1998 Honda CRX vs. 2002 Mini One
To start off, 2002 Mini One is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CRX (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CRX weights approximately 16 kg more than 2002 Mini One. 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 CRX (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda CRX | 2002 Mini One | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | CRX | One |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
