1973 Honda 145 vs. 2002 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2002 Toyota Ipsum 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 652 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 Toyota Ipsum (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145. 2002 Toyota Ipsum 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. 2002 Toyota Ipsum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 145 | 2002 Toyota Ipsum | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | 145 | Ipsum |
Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1433 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |