1975 Honda Life vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 30 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 590 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.
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, 2005 Renault Clio (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Life | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Life | Clio |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 69.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
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 | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |