1972 Honda Life vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2000 Opel Astra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Astra weights approximately 720 kg more than 1972 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, 2000 Opel Astra (188 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Life | 2000 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Life | Astra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |