1974 Honda Life vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 35 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 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life. 2009 Infiniti FX 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. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Life | FX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 5019 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
