2001 Honda Life vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG MGA weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1960 MG MGA (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1960 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Life | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Life | MGA |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
