1971 Honda 1300 vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 25 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 445 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, 1996 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2156 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
