1971 Honda Life vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 41 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Astra weights approximately 908 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, 2012 Opel Astra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life. 2012 Opel Astra 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. 2012 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda Life | 2012 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Life | Astra |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |