1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 15 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300.
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, 1988 Renault 19 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1869 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
