1973 Honda 145 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 28 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 785 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 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 145 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2970 mm |
