2004 Honda CR-V vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 31 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1048 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, 2004 Honda CR-V (220 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CR-V | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
