1973 Honda 145 vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara 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, 2005 Proton Juara (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Juara should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Juara weights approximately 85 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 2005 Proton Juara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Proton Juara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | 145 | Juara |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
