1973 Honda 145 vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 2,750 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 530 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cedric (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 2750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
