1972 Honda Life vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 32 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 890 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, 2004 Opel Signum (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Life | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Life | Signum |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| 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 | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
