2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1975 Honda 145
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 32 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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 25 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1975 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Palio II | 145 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2260 mm |
