1973 Honda 145 vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 27 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 450 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.
Because 2000 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2000 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | 145 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2540 mm |
