1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 34 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 77 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 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 160 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Life |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 50 L |
