1993 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 20 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 800 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, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Beretta | 1973 Honda Life | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Beretta | Life |
Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 29 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |