1972 Honda Life vs. 2010 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 38 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life.
Because 2010 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Life | 2010 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Life | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
