1971 Honda 1300 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 36 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 667 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 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda 1300 | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1562 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |
