2002 Honda Accord vs. 1978 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 24 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 748 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, 2002 Honda Accord (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1978 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Accord | Mini |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
