1972 Honda Life vs. 1963 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1972 Honda Life is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 390 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 1963 Triumph Vitesse 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 1963 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 1963 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Life | 1963 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Life | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
