2009 Audi R8 vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 36 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 660 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.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | R8 | 145 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
