1971 Honda 1300 vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 37 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 390 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 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda 1300 | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | 1300 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2656 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
