1970 Honda 1300 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1978 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Honda 1300 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda 1300 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | 1300 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |