1974 Honda 145 vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 651 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 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 145 | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2540 mm |
