1972 Honda Life vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 30 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 965 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1972 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1972 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Life | 2002 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Life | Magna |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2730 mm |