2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1971 Honda Life

To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 1376 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life. 2005 Audi Allroad has automatic transmission and 1971 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1971 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi Allroad will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi Allroad 1971 Honda Life
Make Audi Honda
Model Allroad Life
Year Released 2005 1971
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 356 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 34 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 9000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 32 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 7000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1866 kg 490 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2090 mm