2005 Honda Life vs. 1974 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Innocenti Mini (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Life weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life 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, 1974 Innocenti Mini (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Life | 1974 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Life | Mini |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2050 mm |
