1972 Chrysler Centura vs. 1972 Honda 1300

To start off, both 1972 Chrysler Centura and 1972 Honda 1300 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 220 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1972 Chrysler Centura is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Chrysler Centura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.

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