1998 Honda Life vs. 1948 Morris Six
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Morris Six (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Morris Six should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Six weights approximately 434 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Morris Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1948 Morris Six (135 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1948 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Life | 1948 Morris Six | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Life | Six |
Year Released | 1998 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2215 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |