1974 Honda 145 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 205 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 145 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | 145 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
