1973 Honda 145 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 629 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145. 2005 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | 145 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1549 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
