1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 36 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 1060 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 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda 1300 | 2010 Audi S5 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | 1300 | S5 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3000 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |