1973 Honda 145 vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 23 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Avella weights approximately 25 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, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | 145 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
