1983 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 1983 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 1,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 145 (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 145 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. 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, 1973 Honda 145 (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | 145 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2260 mm |
