1970 Honda 1300 vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 42 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 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 642 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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda 1300 | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | 1300 | ix35 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 400 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2640 mm |