2003 Honda Life vs. 1980 Zastava 2101
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Zastava 2101 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Zastava 2101 (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Zastava 2101 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 170 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 1980 Zastava 2101. 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, 1980 Zastava 2101 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Zastava 2101 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Life | 1980 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Honda | Zastava |
| Model | Life | 2101 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
