1971 Honda 1300 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 24 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 315 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda 1300 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | 1300 | 626 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1996 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |