1971 Honda 1300 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 33 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 690 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, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda 1300 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Honda | Xedos |
Model | 1300 | 9 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2497 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2760 mm |