1971 Honda 1300 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 34 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 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 945 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 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda 1300 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2662 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2360 mm |
