1971 Honda Life vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 40 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 2 weights approximately 540 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, 2011 Mazda 2 (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda Life | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Life | 2 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2489 mm |