1970 Honda 1300 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 40 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 602 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 2010 Nissan 370Z 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 2010 Nissan 370Z. 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda 1300 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1316 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 72 L |
