1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1972 Honda Life
To start off, 1972 Honda Life is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1972 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Abarth 1300 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 1968 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 1972 Honda Life | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 1300 | Life |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 50.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 61 L |