1975 Honda 1300 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (151 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 470 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 1300 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1300 | C |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2295 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
