1973 Honda Life vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1060 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.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Life | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |