1997 Honda Life vs. 1973 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Toledo (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Toledo should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Triumph Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 1973 Triumph Toledo (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Life | 1973 Triumph Toledo | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Life | Toledo |
Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |