1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1972 Honda Life
To start off, 1973 Honda 1300 is newer by 1 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 1,298 cc, 1973 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 1300 weights approximately 405 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, 1973 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1972 Honda Life | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Life |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
