1971 Honda Life vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 32 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 616 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, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda Life | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Life | Polo |
Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2590 mm |