1974 Honda 145 vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Honda 145 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 145 | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 145 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
