1983 Ford Orion vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 1983 Ford Orion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Orion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Orion weights approximately 386 kg more than 1973 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, 1983 Ford Orion (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Orion | 1973 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Orion | Life |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2090 mm |
