2002 Ford Ka vs. 1974 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Ford Ka is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ka weights approximately 390 kg more than 1974 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, 2002 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 1974 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Life |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
