1973 Honda 145 vs. 1968 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1973 Honda 145 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 145 (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti J4. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 145 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1968 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | 145 | J4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |
