1973 Honda 145 vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 32 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, 1973 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 145 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life 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, 2005 Honda Life 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, 1973 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 2005 Honda Life 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. 2005 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 145 | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | 145 | Life |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1433 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |