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 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 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 180 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 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 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 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 61 L |
