1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1973 Honda 1300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Volkswagen K 70 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 1970 Volkswagen K 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1605 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |
