1975 Honda Life vs. 2008 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2008 Kia Spectra is newer by 33 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Spectra weights approximately 1021 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, 2008 Kia Spectra (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Life | 2008 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Life | Spectra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
