1973 Honda 145 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 34 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 823 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 145 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | 145 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1433 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |