2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 847 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 HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda HR-V | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | HR-V | Minica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |