1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 620 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 2009 Kia Borrego 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, 2009 Kia Borrego 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | 1300 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3778 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 78 L |
