1973 Honda 145 vs. 1965 Innocenti A40S
To start off, 1973 Honda 145 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti A40S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti A40S would be higher. At 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti A40S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 145 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1965 Innocenti A40S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Innocenti A40S 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 1965 Innocenti A40S. 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, 1973 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti A40S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1965 Innocenti A40S | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | 145 | A40S |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2220 mm |
