2007 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Mini MK III
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mini MK III 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 (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1975 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 808 kg more than 1975 Mini MK III. 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 1975 Mini MK III. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mini MK III. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1975 Mini MK III has manual transmission. 1975 Mini MK III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1975 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Accord | MK III |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2040 mm |
