1973 Honda 145 vs. 2009 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Opel Meriva 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, 2009 Opel Meriva (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Meriva weights approximately 310 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, 2009 Opel Meriva (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2009 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | 145 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |
