1971 Honda 1300 vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 35 kg more than 1971 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, 1979 Honda Accord (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda 1300 | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1750 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
