2007 Honda Accord vs. 1974 Mini Clubman
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1974 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 834 kg more than 1974 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mini Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1974 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Accord | Clubman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2040 mm |
