1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2000 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Lada Niva 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Niva weights approximately 315 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300.
Because 2000 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2000 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | 1300 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1690 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
