1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 6 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 898 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 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1973 Honda 145 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Volante | 145 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |