1971 Honda Life vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 27 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 968 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Life | Magna |
Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2730 mm |