1973 Honda 145 vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1988 Honda Prelude is newer by 15 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 185 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, 1988 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | 145 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
