1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 562 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 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | 1300 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2660 mm |
