2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1975 Honda 145
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 175 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1975 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Stilo | 145 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
