1974 Honda 145 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 26 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 591 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.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Honda 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 145 | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 145 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
