1973 Honda Life vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 33 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carens (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 1059 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, 2006 Kia Carens (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 2006 Kia Carens | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Life | Carens |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
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 | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |