1977 Austin Maxi vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Austin Maxi (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Austin Maxi weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life 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, 1977 Austin Maxi (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Maxi | 2005 Honda Life | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maxi | Life |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
