1973 Honda 145 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 815 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 2006 Porsche 911 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 2006 Porsche 911. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | 145 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
