1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1978 Toyota Tercel is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 1300 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. 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, 1973 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | 1300 | Tercel |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |