1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 630 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.
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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda 1300 | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | 1300 | Safrane |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |