1972 Honda Life vs. 2003 Lada 110
To start off, 2003 Lada 110 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada 110 (77 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 110 weights approximately 530 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 Lada 110 (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Life | 2003 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Life | 110 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |
