1974 Honda Life vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 37 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 875 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Life | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Life | Lancer |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |