2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1973 Honda 1300
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,298 cc, 1973 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 81 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Daihatsu Terios (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Terios | 1973 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Terios | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |
