1996 Audi A4 vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 23 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 1080 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.
Because 1996 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 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, 1996 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1973 Honda Life | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Life |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
