1973 Honda 145 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 38 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 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 1973 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2011 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Honda | Daihatsu |
| Model | 145 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
