1991 Honda Concerto vs. 1975 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1991 Honda Concerto is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Concerto weights approximately 285 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Volkswagen 1302 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Volkswagen 1302. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Concerto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Honda Concerto (119 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm). This means 1991 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Concerto | 1975 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Concerto | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
