1977 Ford Falcon vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 1977 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Falcon weights approximately 460 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Falcon 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 1977 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1977 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Falcon | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Falcon | 145 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2260 mm |
