1974 Honda 145 vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 10 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 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Delta weights approximately 11 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 145 | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | 145 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |
