1974 Honda 145 vs. 2005 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 31 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 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Plus 8 weights approximately 186 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 2005 Morgan Plus 8 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 2005 Morgan Plus 8. 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, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda 145 | 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | 145 | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1433 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |