1972 Honda Life vs. 2005 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 33 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Astra (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 690 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, 2005 Vauxhall Astra (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Life | 2005 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Life | Astra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2620 mm |
