1973 Honda Life vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 32 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 980 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (181 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Life | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Life | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
