1974 Honda 145 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 38 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 416 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 2012 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 116 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 145 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | 145 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
