1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 696 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Life weights approximately 220 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1961 Abarth 700 (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 700 | Life |
Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |