1973 Honda 145 vs. 1991 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1991 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 18 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 1,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 145 (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1991 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 145 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1991 Vauxhall Astra. 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 (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1991 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 145 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
