2003 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2003 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Civic weights approximately 586 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. 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 Civic (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Civic | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Minica |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |