2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 35 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 655 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fusion | Life |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2090 mm |
