1975 Honda Life vs. 2004 Audi S3
To start off, 2004 Audi S3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S3 weights approximately 933 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S3 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, 2004 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Life | 2004 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Life | S3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1423 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
