1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1973 Honda 1300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1968 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | 1300 | Corona |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1490 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |