1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 1972 Honda 1300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 914 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Porsche 914 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Porsche 914 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 1969 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1969 Porsche 914 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | 1300 | 914 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1971 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
