1975 Honda 145 vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 805 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 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 145. 2012 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1975 Honda 145 has manual transmission. 1975 Honda 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda 145 | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | 145 | Croma |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1432 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |