1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2002 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 29 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 1300 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Vauxhall VX220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2002 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1300 | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2197 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |
