1971 Honda Life vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 664 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 Volkswagen Polo (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Life | Polo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| 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 | 29 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
