2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1973 Honda 1300
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1211 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.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 1973 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Odyssey | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 35 L |
