1999 Honda Life vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen 1600 (53 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen 1600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Life | 1973 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Life | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 110 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
