1973 Honda 145 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 11 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 110 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, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 145 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
