1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 780 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 1971 Fiat 130. 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 130 | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 130 | Life |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |