1970 Honda 1300 vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 1980 Mazda 323 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda 1300 (81 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Honda 1300 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 323 (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda 1300 | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
