1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 1973 Honda 145 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Austin A 90 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 1948 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145, 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, 1948 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 90 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |
