1972 Fiat 124 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 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 176 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 Fiat 124. 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 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 124 | Life |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |