1974 Honda Life vs. 1983 Subaru DL
To start off, 1983 Subaru DL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Subaru DL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Subaru DL (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Subaru DL should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Subaru DL weights approximately 330 kg more than 1974 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, 1983 Subaru DL (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1983 Subaru DL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 1983 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Life | DL |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2470 mm |
