1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 35 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 935 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, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | Honda | Luxgen |
| Model | 1300 | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2200 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1876 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1768 mm |
