1971 Honda Life vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (112 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 730 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 1988 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Life | Magna |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2600 mm |
