1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 20 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 47 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1300 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1299 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |
