2008 Audi A6 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 37 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 2,391 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 1150 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.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Life |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 218 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 | 1640 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
