1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,298 cc, 1974 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Honda 1300 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Nano 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 2012 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | 1300 | Nano |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 624 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 37 L |
