1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,621 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 60 weights approximately 330 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 1965 Austin A 60. 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, 1965 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 60 | 2001 Honda Life | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 60 | Life |
Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1621 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |