1975 Honda 145 vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 1983 Renault 5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 5 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Honda 145 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1983 Renault 5.
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, 1983 Renault 5 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda 145 | 1983 Renault 5 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | 145 | 5 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1432 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |