1973 Honda 145 vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 472 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.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145. 2000 Ford Mustang 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. 2000 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 145 | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | 145 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1433 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |