1997 Honda Life vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Zastava 102. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Zastava 102 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Zastava 102 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Zastava 102 (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Zastava 102 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Life weights approximately 20 kg more than 1981 Zastava 102.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Zastava 102 (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Zastava 102 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Life | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Honda | Zastava |
| Model | Life | 102 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2160 mm |
