2000 Honda NSX vs. 1972 Honda 1300
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 28 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 475 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda NSX 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 2000 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300, 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, 2000 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda NSX | 1972 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | NSX | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
