1995 Audi A4 vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 1995 Audi A4 is newer by 22 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 145 (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Audi A4. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A4 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1973 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, 1995 Audi A4 (150 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
