1971 Honda Life vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 34 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 1,085 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Atos (57 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 394 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, 2005 Hyundai Atos (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Life | Atos |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1085 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2850 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 | 884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2460 mm |
