1974 Honda 145 vs. 1964 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1974 Honda 145 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1964 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1964 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1974 Honda 145.
Because 1964 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Honda 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Jeep CJ5 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, 1964 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 145 | 1964 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | 145 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2060 mm |
