1974 Honda Life vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 39 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 1,998 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 810 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.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Life | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2635 mm |
