1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 1989 Avanti Avanti is newer by 16 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 784 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 1989 Avanti Avanti 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 1989 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145. 1989 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1973 Honda 145 has manual transmission. 1973 Honda 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Avanti Avanti | 1973 Honda 145 | |
Make | Avanti | Honda |
Model | Avanti | 145 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2260 mm |