1971 Honda Life vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 35 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 1460 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.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda Life | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Life | Hilux |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |