1975 Honda 1300 vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 38 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 145 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, 2013 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 1300 | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1500 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
