2003 Honda Life vs. 1964 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Vauxhall Victor (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1964 Vauxhall Victor (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Honda Life 1964 Vauxhall Victor
Make Honda Vauxhall
Model Life Victor
Year Released 2003 1964
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 1507 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 109 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 3410 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2550 mm


 

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