1973 Honda Life vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2001 Opel Signum is newer by 28 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (125 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 1120 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.
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, 2001 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 2001 Opel Signum | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Life | Signum |
Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |