1971 Honda Life vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 36 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 1210 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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life. 2007 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 1971 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1971 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Life | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2710 mm |
