1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 705 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Camry (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2982 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
