1973 Honda 145 vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 740 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 2003 Porsche 911 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, 2003 Porsche 911 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (621 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 145 | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | 145 | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1432 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |