1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 775 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | 1300 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2656 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
