1973 Fiat 126 vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Life weights approximately 210 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Life (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126. 2005 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 126 | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 126 | Life |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2370 mm |