1973 Honda 145 vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 36 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 410 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 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 2009 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3090 mm |
