2008 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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 1,667 cc, 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 780 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Civic (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Minica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
