2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 29 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 796 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Matiz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 350 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, 2000 Daewoo Matiz (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Matiz | Life |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2090 mm |
