2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento 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 1,114 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 245 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 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Seicento | 1971 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Seicento | Life |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 50.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |