1974 Honda 145 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 26 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 306 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.
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, 2000 Mazda Familia (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 145. 2000 Mazda Familia 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. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 145 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | 145 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
