1973 Mazda 1000 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 1000 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Life weights approximately 76 kg more than 1973 Mazda 1000.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mazda 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life 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, 1973 Mazda 1000 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2003 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1973 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1973 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 1000 | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 1000 | Life |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2370 mm |
