1970 Fiat 124 vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 124 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 124 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1970 Fiat 124 (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life. 2004 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 124 | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 124 | Life |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |