1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 311 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 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 1996 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | 1300 | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2201 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2650 mm |
