1996 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1972 Honda Life
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 440 kg more than 1972 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 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Applause | 1972 Honda Life | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Applause | Life |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 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 | 930 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
