1974 Honda Life vs. 1994 Mazda 121
To start off, 1994 Mazda 121 is newer by 20 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 121 (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 121 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, 1994 Mazda 121 (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Life | 1994 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Life | 121 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |