2001 Honda Life vs. 1967 MG MGB
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 MG MGB weights approximately 92 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 1967 MG MGB. 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, 1967 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1967 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Life | 1967 MG MGB | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Life | MGB |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 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 | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2320 mm |
