1973 Honda 145 vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corsa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1981 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 68 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 145 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
