1973 Honda 145 vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1973 Honda 145 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 145 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
