1971 Honda Life vs. 1999 Opel Astra
To start off, 1999 Opel Astra is newer by 28 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Astra weights approximately 660 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.
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, 1999 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 1999 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Life | Astra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2620 mm |
