1973 Honda Life vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1976 Opel Kadett is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Opel Kadett weights approximately 330 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1976 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Life | Kadett |
Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |