1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1971 Honda Life is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 903 cc (3 cylinders), 1954 DKW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 DKW Coupe (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 DKW Coupe should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 389 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 DKW Coupe (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1954 DKW Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Coupe | Life |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2090 mm |
