1974 Honda Life vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 28 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 880 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 2002 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Life | Magna |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |
