1973 Honda 145 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 850 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 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 145 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | 145 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1433 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3090 mm |