2007 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 873 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 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 (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Minica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |