1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 99 (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 99. 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, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 1997 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 99 | Life |
Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |