2005 Audi A4 vs. 1972 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1972 Honda Life | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Life |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
