1974 Honda 145 vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 37 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 836 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, 2011 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 145 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | 145 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2751 mm |
