1999 Ford Puma vs. 1975 Honda 1300
To start off, 1999 Ford Puma is newer by 24 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Puma weights approximately 115 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, 1999 Ford Puma (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Puma | 1975 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Puma | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |
