1973 Honda 145 vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 37 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 449 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 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 | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
