1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Life weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Abarth 1300 | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 1300 | Life |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1279 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2370 mm |