1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 40 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 732 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 2012 Ford Mustang 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 2012 Ford Mustang. 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda 1300 | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | 1300 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3700 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |