1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 33 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carens (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 1105 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, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2006 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | 1300 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1991 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
