1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 26 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 845 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 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | 1300 | B2500 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2499 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2990 mm |