1973 Honda 145 vs. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 36 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, 1973 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Honda 145.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | 145 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |
