1971 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 1973 Honda Life is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Daihatsu Consorte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Daihatsu Consorte weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Daihatsu Consorte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1971 Daihatsu Consorte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Daihatsu Consorte | 1973 Honda Life | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Consorte | Life |
Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 29 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 50.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2090 mm |