1968 Avanti Avanti vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 670 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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. 2003 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1968 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1968 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Avanti Avanti | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | Avanti | Honda |
| Model | Avanti | Life |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
