1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 445 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 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | 1300 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
