1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 39 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Rio weights approximately 198 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, 2012 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | 1300 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1600 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
