2004 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Roadster weights approximately 134 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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, 2013 Mini Roadster (279 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Civic | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1391 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
