2004 Audi A2 vs. 1975 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Audi A2 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A2 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A2 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1975 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, 2004 Audi A2 (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 1975 Honda Life | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A2 | Life |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
