1970 Honda 1300 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 43 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 491 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 2013 Lotus Evora 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 2013 Lotus Evora. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda 1300 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | 1300 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
