1974 Honda Life vs. 2011 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Splash 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 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Splash is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Splash (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 540 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 Suzuki Splash (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Splash will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Life | 2011 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Life | Splash |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 159 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 | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2360 mm |
