2002 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 29 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 170 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, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Prizm | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Prizm | 145 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2260 mm |
