1978 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Honda 1300
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 35 kg more than 1972 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, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1972 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
