1949 Austin 16 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1971 Honda Life is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1949 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 1971 Honda Life | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 16 | Life |
Year Released | 1949 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2090 mm |