1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 566 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 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1300 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 6200 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |
