1962 Fiat 500 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1971 Honda Life is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Honda Life (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Honda Life weights approximately 5 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat 500 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 1962 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1962 Fiat 500 (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 500 | 1971 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | Life |
Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2090 mm |