2009 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 36 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 1573 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Minica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |