1973 Honda 145 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa 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 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 2 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, 1973 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | 145 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 922 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
