1971 Honda 1300 vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 23 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 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 505 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.
Because 1994 Porsche 968 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 1994 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda 1300 | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | 1300 | 968 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2989 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 74 L |