1974 Honda 145 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Honda 145 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1974 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (101 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda 145 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Honda | Smart |
Model | 145 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1433 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1820 mm |