1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 1974 Honda 145
To start off, 1974 Honda 145 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 216 kg more than 1974 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ferrari Dino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari Dino | 1974 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Dino | 145 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
