1971 Honda Life vs. 2008 SSC Aero
To start off, 2008 SSC Aero is newer by 37 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1033 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SSC Aero weights approximately 803 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 2008 SSC Aero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 SSC Aero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1329 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda Life | 2008 SSC Aero | |
Make | Honda | SSC |
Model | Life | Aero |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1090 mm |