1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 31 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Arosa weights approximately 79 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Seat Arosa (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | 1300 | Arosa |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1390 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 974 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 34 L |