1973 Honda 145 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 23 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 630 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 1973 Honda 145 has manual transmission. 1973 Honda 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 145 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
