1970 Datsun 1200 vs. 1984 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1984 Honda Quintet is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 1200 would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Quintet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Quintet (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 1200. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Quintet should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Quintet weights approximately 289 kg more than 1970 Datsun 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Honda Quintet (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 1200. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Quintet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Datsun 1200 | 1984 Honda Quintet | |
Make | Datsun | Honda |
Model | 1200 | Quintet |
Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2370 mm |