1973 Honda 145 vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 29 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 505 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | 145 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
