1973 Ford Capri vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Capri (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Capri weights approximately 272 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Ford Capri (190 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Capri | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Capri | Life |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
