1975 Honda 1300 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1665 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda 1300 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | 1300 | Express |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5300 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 117 L |