2008 Audi A4 vs. 1974 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1974 Honda Life | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Life |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
