1974 Austin Maxi vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Austin Maxi (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Austin Maxi weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1974 Austin Maxi (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1974 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1974 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Maxi | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maxi | Life |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
