2004 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1984 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2270 mm |
