1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 35 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1510 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, 2008 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | 1300 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2488 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |