2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1973 Honda 1300
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 33 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1961 kg more than 1973 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 1973 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | E-350 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 35 L |
