1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 245 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Vega 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 1974 Chevrolet Vega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio, 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, 1974 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Vega | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Vega | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
