1985 Fiat Croma vs. 1975 Honda 145
To start off, 1985 Fiat Croma is newer by 10 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 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Croma weights approximately 175 kg more than 1975 Honda 145.
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, 1985 Fiat Croma (127 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 145. (118 Nm). This means 1985 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Croma | 1975 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Croma | 145 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2260 mm |
