1969 Austin 1300 vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 613 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Austin 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Austin 1300 | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 1300 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1468 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 58 L |