1973 Honda Life vs. 2011 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2011 Kia Picanto 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Picanto weights approximately 439 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 Kia Picanto (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 2011 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Life | Picanto |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
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 | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 35 L |