1970 Honda 1300 vs. 1970 Mazda RX-2
To start off, both 1970 Honda 1300 and 1970 Mazda RX-2 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,292 cc, 1970 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1970 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Mazda RX-2 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 1970 Mazda RX-2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda 1300 | 1970 Mazda RX-2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | 1300 | RX-2 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2480 mm |