1974 Honda 145 vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 1977 Holden GTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 145 would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 551 kg more than 1974 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Holden GTS 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 1977 Holden GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1977 Holden GTS (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 145. 1977 Holden GTS has automatic transmission and 1974 Honda 145 has manual transmission. 1974 Honda 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Holden GTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 145 | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | 145 | GTS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
