1971 Honda 1300 vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 565 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3490 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |
