1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1945 Jeep MB
To start off, 1972 Honda 1300 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Jeep MB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1945 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Jeep MB weights approximately 185 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300.
Because 1945 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep MB 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, 1945 Jeep MB (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1945 Jeep MB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 1945 Jeep MB | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | 1300 | MB |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2199 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3820 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2040 mm |
