1999 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 26 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 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 90 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.
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 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Lanos | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Lanos | 145 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2260 mm |
