1974 Honda Life vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 36 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 610 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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Life | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Life | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |