1964 Austin A 110 vs. 1974 Honda 145
To start off, 1974 Honda 145 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 110 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 110 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1974 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Austin A 110 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 1964 Austin A 110. 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, 1964 Austin A 110 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 110 | 1974 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 110 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2260 mm |
