1975 Honda 145 vs. 1995 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 20 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, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon (78 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Honda 145 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon.
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, 1975 Honda 145 (118 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (114 Nm). This means 1975 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 145 | 1995 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | 145 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |
