1971 Honda Life vs. 2001 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2001 Mazda Roadster is newer by 30 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Roadster (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 575 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.
Because 2001 Mazda Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Mazda Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Mazda Roadster (196 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 2001 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Life | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2270 mm |
