2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 554 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 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Life |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 129 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
