1973 Honda Life vs. 2011 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 38 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Optra (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 721 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, 2011 Chevrolet Optra (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 2011 Chevrolet Optra | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Life | Optra |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |