1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1996 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 23 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 315 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, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1996 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | 1300 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1975 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2480 mm |
