1974 Honda Life vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 29 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 920 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.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Life | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
