1971 Honda 1300 vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 40 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 908 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 2011 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Dodge Nitro (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda 1300 | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | 1300 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3700 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 74 L |
