1973 Honda Life vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 36 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Atos (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 308 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, 2009 Hyundai Atos (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 2009 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Life | Atos |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 35 L |