2004 Honda Life vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,100 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel GT (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Opel GT (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Life | 1969 Opel GT | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Life | GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
