1973 Bitter CD vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bitter CD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bitter CD would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bitter CD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bitter CD (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 934 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Bitter CD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life 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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Bitter | Honda |
Model | CD | Life |
Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |