1958 Abarth 750 vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Life (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Life weights approximately 320 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Abarth 750 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 1958 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Life (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 750 | Life |
Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |