1973 Honda 145 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 39 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 1,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 145 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | 145 | i20 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1432 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2525 mm |