1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1989 Holden Camira
To start off, 1989 Holden Camira is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Camira (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Camira 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.
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, 1989 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1989 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | 1300 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2580 mm |
