1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 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 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 205 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.
Because 1995 Mazda RX-01 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Mazda RX-01. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2614 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
