2007 Audi A6 vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1973 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 1973 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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1973 Honda Life | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Life |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
