1971 Honda Z vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Z would be higher. At 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Life weights approximately 280 kg more than 1971 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Honda Life (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Z | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Z | Life |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
