1973 Honda 145 vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2000 Nissan Maxima 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 495 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, 2000 Nissan Maxima (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145. 2000 Nissan Maxima 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. 2000 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
