2007 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Innocenti Mini 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 90 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 702 kg more than 1975 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1975 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Civic | Mini |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
