2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 34 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 207 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | 145 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2260 mm |
