1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2004 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 800 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, 2004 Lancia Thesis (309 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 2004 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | 1300 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
