1972 Honda Life vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 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 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 2 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 2 weights approximately 560 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 Mazda 2 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Life | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Life | 2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
