1975 Honda 145 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 37 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 665 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 145 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | 145 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2820 mm |
