1973 Honda Life vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 40 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 1003 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 2013 Nissan Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Nissan Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Life | Z |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |