2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1975 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1975 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 Citroen C4 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 1975 Honda Life | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C4 | Life |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
