2003 Honda City vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda City (94 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda City weights approximately 45 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda City | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | City | Lancer |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 121 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |