1975 Honda Life vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Signum is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (116 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 910 kg more than 1975 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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Life | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Life | Signum |
Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1400 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 |