1971 Honda 1300 vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 38 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 965 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 2009 Jeep Patriot 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda 1300 | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | 1300 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2360 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 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 | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |
