1975 Honda 145 vs. 1996 Renault Fifties
To start off, 1996 Renault Fifties is newer by 21 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, 1975 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Renault Fifties. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Fifties. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Honda 145 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 Renault Fifties. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Renault Fifties 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 1996 Renault Fifties. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Fifties. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Fifties.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda 145 | 1996 Renault Fifties | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | 145 | Fifties |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1432 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |