1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
Model | 100 | Life |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |