1973 Honda 145 vs. 1958 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1973 Honda 145 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 145 (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jeep CJ weights approximately 110 kg more than 1973 Honda 145.
Because 1958 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Jeep CJ 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, 1958 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 145 | 1958 Jeep CJ | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | 145 | CJ |
Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1432 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2060 mm |