1969 Ford Capri vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 215 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Ford Capri (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Capri | Life |
Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |