1965 Abarth OT vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth OT would be higher. At 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Abarth OT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth OT (60 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth OT should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Life weights approximately 65 kg more than 1965 Abarth OT.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Abarth OT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1965 Abarth OT (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 Abarth OT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 1999 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1965 Abarth OT has manual transmission. 1965 Abarth OT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1999 Honda Life | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | OT | Life |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |
