1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1996 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 24 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Sonata (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 365 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, 1996 Hyundai Sonata (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 1996 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | 1300 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2710 mm |
