2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1972 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (94 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 600 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 Fiat Stilo (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1972 Honda Life | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Stilo | Life |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 29 HP |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
