1975 Honda 1300 vs. 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 349 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300.
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 Volkswagen New Beetle (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 1300 | 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1422 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
