1973 Honda 145 vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2003 Volvo S40 is newer by 30 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo S40 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 531 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, 2003 Volvo S40 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | 145 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |
