1973 Honda 145 vs. 1999 Rover 400
To start off, 1999 Rover 400 is newer by 26 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 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 400 weights approximately 200 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, 1999 Rover 400 (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1999 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | 145 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
