1971 Honda Life vs. 2005 Zastava 103
To start off, 2005 Zastava 103 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Zastava 103 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Zastava 103 (59 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Zastava 103 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Zastava 103 weights approximately 430 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 Zastava 103 (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Zastava 103 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 2005 Zastava 103 | |
| Make | Honda | Zastava |
| Model | Life | 103 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2510 mm |
