1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1994 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 22 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Scoupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Scoupe (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Scoupe weights approximately 90 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.
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, 1994 Hyundai Scoupe (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 1994 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | 1300 | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1495 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |
