1972 Honda Life vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash is newer by 40 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Splash is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Splash 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, 2012 Suzuki Splash (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Splash will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Life | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Life | Splash |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| 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 | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2360 mm |
