1975 Honda Life vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 31 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 1180 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, 2006 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life. 2006 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 1975 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1975 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Life | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Life | Signum |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1670 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 |
