2000 Honda Life vs. 1970 Zastava 1300
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Zastava 1300 (53 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Zastava 1300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Zastava 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1970 Zastava 1300 (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Zastava 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Life | 1970 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Honda | Zastava |
| Model | Life | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
