1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 750 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 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. 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 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | 1300 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5000 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |