1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2009 Lada 21
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 is newer by 37 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda 1300 (81 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada 21 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 Lada 21 (120 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lada 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 2009 Lada 21 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | 1300 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1596 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
