1957 Ford Popular vs. 1974 Honda 145
To start off, 1974 Honda 145 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Honda 145 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ford Popular 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 1957 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 1974 Honda 145 | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Popular | 145 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2260 mm |