1973 Honda Life vs. 1973 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, both 1973 Honda Life and 1973 Volkswagen K 70 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,807 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen K 70 (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1973 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.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 1973 Volkswagen K 70 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Life | K 70 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |