1982 Audi 80 vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 9 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 80 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 80 weights approximately 270 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.
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, 1982 Audi 80 (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2260 mm |
