1974 Honda Life vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 26 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 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 475 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, 2000 Honda Civic (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Life | Civic |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2630 mm |
