1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 39 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 564 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, 2011 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 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 | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
