1998 Audi A6 vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 25 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), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster 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, 1998 Audi A6 (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2260 mm |
