1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1975 Honda Life
To start off, 1975 Honda Life is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite weights approximately 224 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite 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 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1975 Honda Life | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
Model | Sprite | Life |
Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 50.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 61 L |