1973 Honda 145 vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 180 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 Seat Ibiza (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | 145 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
