1971 Honda Life vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 38 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 1029 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, 2009 Kia Carens (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 2009 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Life | Carens |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1519 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2710 mm |
