1949 Austin A 110 vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 110 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 2001 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 110 | 2001 Honda Life | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 110 | Life |
Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2370 mm |