1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1997 Proton 300
To start off, 1997 Proton 300 is newer by 25 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Proton 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Proton 300 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300.
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, 1997 Proton 300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Proton 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 1997 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | 1300 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1299 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2450 mm |
