1970 Honda 1300 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 42 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 1,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indica weights approximately 150 kg more than 1970 Honda 1300.
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, 2012 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda 1300 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | 1300 | Indica |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 37 L |