1973 Honda 145 vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 9 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 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 70 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.
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 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona. 1982 Opel Ascona has automatic transmission and 1973 Honda 145 has manual transmission. 1973 Honda 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Opel Ascona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | 145 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
