1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Life weights approximately 230 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Life |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 656 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 31 L |
