1971 Honda Life vs. 1965 Saab MC
To start off, 1971 Honda Life is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Saab MC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Saab MC would be higher. At 841 cc (3 cylinders), 1965 Saab MC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Saab MC (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Saab MC should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Saab MC weights approximately 398 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 Saab MC (91 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1965 Saab MC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 1965 Saab MC | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Life | MC |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2500 mm |
