1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 1990 Renault Clio is newer by 17 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Clio weights approximately 10 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, 1990 Renault Clio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1870 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
