1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 955 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 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4000 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 72 L |
