1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 1 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 440 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.
Because 1972 Fiat 124 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fiat 124 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 1971 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 124 | Life |
Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 50.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |