1973 Honda 145 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 40 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 740 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 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | 145 | XF |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2909 mm |
