1971 Honda Life vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia 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 1,420 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 750 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 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Life | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2200 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 | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2470 mm |
