1971 Honda Life vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris is newer by 41 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 560 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, 2012 Toyota Yaris (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life. 2012 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 1971 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1971 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Life | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1050 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |
