1973 Honda Life vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 34 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 568 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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 2007 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Life | Accent |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 190 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 | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |