1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1978 Honda Prelude is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Prelude (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Prelude weights approximately 32 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
