1971 Honda Life vs. 2002 Opel Concept M
To start off, 2002 Opel Concept M is newer by 31 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Concept M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Concept M (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Concept M should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Concept M weights approximately 808 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, 2002 Opel Concept M (205 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Concept M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 2002 Opel Concept M | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Life | Concept M |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1980 RPM |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
