1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life. 2004 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin-Healey 100 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 2004 Honda Life | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Life |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| 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 | 89 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| 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 |
