1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 390 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 1991 Fiat Tipo. 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, 1991 Fiat Tipo (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Fiat Tipo | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Tipo | Life |
Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |