1973 Honda 145 vs. 2000 Volvo V40
To start off, 2000 Volvo V40 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo V40 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V40 weights approximately 475 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, 2000 Volvo V40 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2000 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | 145 | V40 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
