1959 Austin A 95 vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 1973 Honda 145 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 405 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 1959 Austin A 95 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 1959 Austin A 95. 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, 1959 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 95 | 1973 Honda 145 | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 95 | 145 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1432 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2260 mm |