1971 Honda Life vs. 2004 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2004 Lancia Musa is newer by 33 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Musa (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Musa weights approximately 785 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, 2004 Lancia Musa (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda Life | 2004 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Life | Musa |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2510 mm |