1973 Honda 145 vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 17 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 500 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | 145 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
