1971 Honda 1300 vs. 2012 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 41 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1028 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 2012 SsangYong Stavic 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 2012 SsangYong Stavic. 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, 2012 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda 1300 | 2012 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | 1300 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2696 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
