1974 Honda 1300 vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 21 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 400 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1300 | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2730 mm |
