1971 Honda 1300 vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 35 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 635 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda 1300 | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2491 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |
