1974 Honda Life vs. 2004 Proton 400
To start off, 2004 Proton 400 is newer by 30 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Proton 400 weights approximately 480 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, 2004 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 2004 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Life | 400 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2510 mm |
