1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 699 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.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3189 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
