1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 425 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1300 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2351 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2610 mm |
