Honda FQ650 vs VST Shakti 130 DI — Which is Better? 2026

Side-by-side comparison of the Honda FQ650 (Price on request) and VST Shakti 130 DI (₹ 1.8 Lakh – ₹ 2.05 Lakh): HP, engine, hydraulics, price and Aglist Score.

Honda FQ650 VST Shakti 130 DI
Aglist Score—6
Price (ex-showroom)—₹1,80,000
Engine HP—13
Engine capacity196—
Cylinders11
Gearbox2F + 1RSide-drive rotary transmission (CT 85), 6 Forward + 2 Reverse, multiple-plate dry disc clutch
Transmission type—Side-drive rotary transmission (CT 85), 6 Forward + 2 Reverse, multiple-plate dry disc clutch
Brakes—Hand-operated internal expanding metallic shoe type
Steering—Handlebar with side clutch steering
Fuel tank2.4 litres11 litres
Weight—405 kg
Drive—2WD (single axle walk-behind)

Aglist Score — broken down

Honda FQ650VST Shakti 130 DI
Value for money—7.8
Build & durability24.5
Comfort & usability2.53.5
Warranty & service reach6.56

Our verdict

Verdict by the Aglist editorial desk

Honda FQ650: Growers requesting a configured petrol tiller with practical operator training.

VST Shakti 130 DI: One to three acres of wetland paddy, bunded plots and hill terraces where a tractor cannot enter.

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