2005 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 32 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 1,666 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 697 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, 2005 Honda Civic (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Minica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1666 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |