1973 Honda 145 vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 38 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 359 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, 2011 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145. 2011 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 1973 Honda 145 has manual transmission. 1973 Honda 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | 145 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
