1970 Honda 1300 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 37 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), 2007 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda 1300 | 2007 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | 1300 | Eos |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
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 | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |