1964 Fiat 1300 vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Fiat 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1964 Fiat 1300 (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat 1300 | 2001 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1300 | Life |
Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1293 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |