1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1971 Honda Life is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat 1200 (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 430 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 1957 Fiat 1200 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 1957 Fiat 1200. 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, 1957 Fiat 1200 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1957 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1200 | 1971 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1200 | Life |
Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 50.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 61 L |