1973 Honda 145 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 39 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1750 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 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145. 2012 Ford F-150 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. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | 145 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3670 mm |
