1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 28 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. Both 1973 Honda 1300 and 2001 Suzuki Samurai are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 35 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300.
Because 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1973 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | 1300 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2490 mm |
