1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1974 Honda Life
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 550 kg more than 1974 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1974 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Life |
Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 50.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |