2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 320 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.
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 Fiat Seicento (88 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Seicento | Life |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2090 mm |
