1973 Honda Life vs. 2006 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2006 Skoda Roomster 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Roomster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Roomster (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Roomster should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 685 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 Skoda Roomster (153 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Life | 2006 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Life | Roomster |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 184 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 | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
