1977 Fiat 131 vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 131 (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 131 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Fiat 131 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 1997 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 131 | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 131 | Life |
Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |