1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 34 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 655 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 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | 1300 | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3966 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 72 L |