1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2004 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Tata Safari is newer by 32 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Safari weights approximately 1145 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 2004 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda 1300 | 2004 Tata Safari | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | 1300 | Safari |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1948 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2660 mm |