1970 Honda 1300 vs. 1994 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 24 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 2,615 cc, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 405 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 1994 Mazda RX-7 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 1994 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda 1300 | 1994 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 77 L |
