1975 Honda 1300 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 550 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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 1300 | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
