1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1993 Tata Estate
To start off, 1993 Tata Estate is newer by 20 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1993 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Tata Estate weights approximately 745 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300.
Because 1993 Tata Estate 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 1993 Tata Estate. 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, 1993 Tata Estate (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Tata Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 1993 Tata Estate | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | 1300 | Estate |
Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1948 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2830 mm |