1971 Honda Life vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 21 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 2,554 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 845 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1971 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1971 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda Life | 1992 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Life | Magna |
Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2730 mm |