2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1971 Honda 1300
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1971 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | E-150 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 35 L |
