1970 Honda 1300 vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 34 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 805 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, 1970 Honda 1300 (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda 1300 | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
