1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 71 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
