1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 295 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1364 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
