1996 Audi A6 vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 930 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, 1996 Audi A6 (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1973 Honda Life | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | Life |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 29 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 50.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2090 mm |