1974 Honda 145 vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 30 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 776 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 2004 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 145 | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | 145 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |
