1974 Ford Cortina vs. 1973 Honda 1300
To start off, 1974 Ford Cortina is newer by 1 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. Both 1974 Ford Cortina and 1973 Honda 1300 are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Cortina weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300.
Because 1974 Ford Cortina 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 1974 Ford Cortina. 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, 1973 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Cortina | 1973 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Cortina | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
