1973 Honda 145 vs. 1966 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1973 Honda 145 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 145 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1966 Triumph Vitesse.
Because 1966 Triumph Vitesse 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 1966 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1966 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1966 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | 145 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
