1972 Honda Life vs. 2009 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2009 Fiat Siena is newer by 37 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Siena (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Siena weights approximately 605 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, 2009 Fiat Siena (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Life | 2009 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Life | Siena |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 47 L |