1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 37 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 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 645 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 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1300 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3199 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 88 L |
