1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1984 Ford Fiesta (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Life |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2370 mm |
