1962 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1974 Honda Life
To start off, 1974 Honda Life is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 400 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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 Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat Cabriolet | 1974 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Cabriolet | Life |
Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 50.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 61 L |