1974 Honda 145 vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tazz 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 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tazz (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 24 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, 1974 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 145 | 2005 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | 145 | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1295 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 948 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |
