2002 Honda Life vs. 1971 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Life (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Honda Life.
Because 1971 Triumph Toledo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Triumph Toledo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Triumph Toledo (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 1971 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Life | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 63 L |
