1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 25 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Clio (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Clio weights approximately 70 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, 1998 Renault Clio (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 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 | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
