1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1330 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 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. 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, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
| Model | 1300 | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5340 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2920 mm |
