1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 39 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), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 985 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Sumo 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, 2012 Tata Sumo (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | 1300 | Sumo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1948 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |