1975 Honda 1300 vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 31 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 2,405 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu KB (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 979 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 2006 Isuzu KB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB 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, 2006 Isuzu KB (208 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 1300 | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | 1300 | KB |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |
