1975 Honda 145 vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1993 Seat Ibiza is newer by 18 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 135 kg more than 1975 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, 1993 Seat Ibiza (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 145 | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | 145 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |
