1972 Honda Life vs. 1955 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1972 Honda Life is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Skoda 1200 (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Skoda 1200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1972 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Skoda 1200 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 1955 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1955 Skoda 1200 (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1955 Skoda 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Life | 1955 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Life | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2690 mm |
