1973 Honda 145 vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 470 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 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 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 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | 145 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
