1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 34 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 738 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 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda 1300 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | 1300 | Forester |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2457 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |