1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Life (47 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Life weights approximately 345 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Honda Life (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500. 2003 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 500 | Life |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 445 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |