1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 329 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 Volkswagen Golf (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
