1974 Honda Life vs. 2001 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2001 Lancia Zeta is newer by 27 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 1110 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, 2001 Lancia Zeta (182 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life. 2001 Lancia Zeta has automatic transmission and 1974 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1974 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lancia Zeta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Life | 2001 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Life | Zeta |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |