1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 2,227 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Austin 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin 2200 (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 2200 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 391 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. 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 1972 Austin 2200. 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, 1972 Austin 2200 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 2200 | Life |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |
