1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 481 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1794 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 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 | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
