In theory 45 rpm should be better, but theory does not always show up in practice. Without doubt the shortened playing time is a nusiance.
45 vs 33.3 RPM
Forgive me if this has been discussed. What is the line of reasoning behind reissuing records at 45 rpm, which were originally cut at 33.3? I have a Classic Records reissue of the Living Stereo "Claire de Lune" album, and can't hear a difference between it and the original I have at 33.3.