1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 32 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 555 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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | 1300 | ION |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2196 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 49 L |
