2008 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 33 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 480 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, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1975 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Honda | Innocenti |
Model | Accord | Mini |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2150 mm |