1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2004 Kia Towner
To start off, 2004 Kia Towner is newer by 30 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 1,298 cc, 1974 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Towner weights approximately 275 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 2004 Kia Towner | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | 1300 | Towner |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 796 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 1820 mm |
