2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ascari KZ1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1973 Honda Life | |
Make | Ascari | Honda |
Model | KZ1 | Life |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 29 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 50.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2090 mm |