1997 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Civic (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Civic weights approximately 465 kg more than 1971 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, 1997 Honda Civic (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Civic | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Life |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2090 mm |
