2005 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 370 kg more than 1976 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 (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 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 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Minica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |