1974 Honda 1300 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 143 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1300 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
