1973 Honda 145 vs. 2005 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2005 Proton Saloon 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 Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145.
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, 1973 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2005 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | 145 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |
