2007 Audi A6 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 1390 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.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1971 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1971 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Life |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2090 mm |
