2007 Audi A4 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 36 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 785 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, 2007 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Life |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
