1973 Honda 145 vs. 1972 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1973 Honda 145 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 454 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 1972 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. 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, 1972 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1972 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | 145 | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
