1973 Honda 145 vs. 2001 Proton 400
To start off, 2001 Proton 400 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 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Proton 400 weights approximately 70 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, 1973 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 145 | 2001 Proton 400 | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | 145 | 400 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |