1974 Honda 145 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 32 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 852 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 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda 145 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | 145 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1433 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |