2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1974 Honda 145
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Honda 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 1974 Honda 145 | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Panda | 145 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2260 mm |