2003 Ford Ka vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Ka (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Ka weights approximately 472 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 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ka | Life |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 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 | 962 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
