1973 Honda 145 vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 640 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145. 2006 Ford Mondeo 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. 2006 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
