1958 Austin A135 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 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Austin A135 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 Austin A135. 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin A135 has manual transmission. 1958 Austin A135 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 Austin A135 | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A135 | Life |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 31 L |
