1975 Honda 1300 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 27 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 487 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.
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, 2002 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 1300 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2354 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
