2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1972 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 905 kg more than 1972 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 Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Stilo | 1972 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Stilo | Life |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 50.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 213 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 | 1395 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |