2005 Honda Life vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Kadett weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1973 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Life | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Life | Kadett |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |