1973 Honda 145 vs. 1997 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 24 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 430 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, 1997 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145. 1997 Hyundai Marcia has automatic transmission and 1973 Honda 145 has manual transmission. 1973 Honda 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Hyundai Marcia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1997 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | 145 | Marcia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
