1970 Honda 1300 vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 31 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 455 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.
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, 2001 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda 1300 | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | 1300 | 6 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |