1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2005 Lada 2123
To start off, 2005 Lada 2123 is newer by 32 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), 2005 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 2123 weights approximately 431 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300.
Because 2005 Lada 2123 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, 2005 Lada 2123 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, 2005 Lada 2123 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2005 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | 1300 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1690 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2460 mm |
