2003 Fiat Stilo vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Fiat Stilo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 662 kg more than 1971 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, 2003 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Stilo | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Stilo | Life |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
