1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2007 Hummer H3
To start off, 2007 Hummer H3 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 3,699 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 2007 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Honda | Hummer |
| Model | 1300 | H3 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3699 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2850 mm |
