1973 Honda Life vs. 1981 Honda Civic
To start off, 1981 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,333 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Civic weights approximately 295 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. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Honda Civic (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 1981 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Life | Civic |
Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1333 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |