1972 Honda Life vs. 1982 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1982 Innocenti 990 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 993 cc, 1982 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Innocenti 990 weights approximately 224 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1982 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Life | 1982 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Life | 990 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 993 cc |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2050 mm |
