1970 Honda 1300 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 610 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (290 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda 1300 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 190 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 | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
