1971 Honda Life vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 39 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 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 1068 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, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Honda | Chrysler |
| Model | Life | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |
