1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1982 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1982 Ford Meteor is newer by 9 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 1300 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 Ford Meteor. 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, 1982 Ford Meteor (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1982 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1489 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 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 | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2370 mm |
