1974 Honda Life vs. 1988 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1988 Nissan Micra is newer by 14 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Micra (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Micra weights approximately 175 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, 1988 Nissan Micra (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 1988 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Life | Micra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2310 mm |
