1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 400 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
