1973 Honda Life vs. 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo
To start off, 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo is newer by 16 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 665 cc (2 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo (36 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo weights approximately 95 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Life | 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Life | Mini Jumbo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
