1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1982 Lada 1200
To start off, 1982 Lada 1200 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,298 cc, 1972 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lada 1200 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300.
Because 1982 Lada 1200 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 1982 Lada 1200. 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 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda 1300 | 1982 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | 1300 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1196 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 39 L |