2001 Honda HR-V vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2001 Honda HR-V is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda HR-V weights approximately 610 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda HR-V | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | HR-V | Minica |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2010 mm |