1975 Honda 1300 vs. 1962 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1975 Honda 1300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,505 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300.
Because 1962 Vauxhall VX4 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 1962 Vauxhall VX4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1962 Vauxhall VX4 (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 1300 | 1962 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1300 | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1505 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
