1974 Honda 1300 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 22 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 191 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, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1595 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |
