2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1972 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 36 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 680 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1972 Honda Life | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Grande Punto | Life |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 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 | 1170 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
