1996 Ford Tracer vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 1996 Ford Tracer is newer by 23 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) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Tracer weights approximately 46 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, 1973 Honda 145 (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Tracer | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tracer | 145 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
