1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 1975 Honda 145
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 14 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Honda 145 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 1975 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | 145 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2260 mm |
