1980 Chrysler 160 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1980 Chrysler 160 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 596 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Chrysler 160 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Chrysler 160. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Chrysler 160 (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler 160 | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 160 | Life |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2090 mm |
