1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 605 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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
