1970 Honda 1300 vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, 2001 Opel Astra 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 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (437 HP @ 7350 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Astra weights approximately 255 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 2001 Opel Astra 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 2001 Opel Astra. 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, 2001 Opel Astra (531 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda 1300 | 2001 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | 1300 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7350 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
