1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Musso (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1106 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 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | 1300 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
