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


 

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