1978 Fiat 131 vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat 131 (53 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1978 Fiat 131 (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 2004 Honda Life | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 131 | Life |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 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 |
