1972 Honda Life vs. 2003 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda HR-V is newer by 31 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda HR-V weights approximately 630 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, 2003 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Life | 2003 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Life | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 73 L |
