1970 Honda 1300 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 535 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda 1300 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
