1973 Honda 145 vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 10 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 82 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | 145 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
