1971 Honda 1300 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 30 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 925 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 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda 1300 | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1300 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3165 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2710 mm |
