2007 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Because 1973 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Minica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
