1971 Honda 1300 vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 868 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda 1300 | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1763 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
