1973 Honda 145 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 2,358 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 2358 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
