1973 Honda 145 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 34 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 1280 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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 145 | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
