1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 33 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), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Exige weights approximately 35 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.
Because 2005 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | 1300 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
