2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 610 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 1973 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | Life |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 29 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 50.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 61 L |