1969 Austin 1300 vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Austin 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Austin 1300 (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Austin 1300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin 1300 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Austin 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1969 Austin 1300 (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Austin 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 2005 Honda Life | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Life |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
