1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2009 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2009 Fiat Albea is newer by 36 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Albea weights approximately 256 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300.
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, 2009 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 2009 Fiat Albea | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | 1300 | Albea |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1368 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |