1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2007 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 33 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda S2000 weights approximately 355 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.
Because 2007 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 2007 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
