1974 Honda 145 vs. 2009 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2009 Lancia Musa is newer by 35 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, 2009 Lancia Musa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Musa weights approximately 312 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Musa. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 145 | 2009 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | 145 | Musa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
