1974 Honda 145 vs. 2009 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2009 Mazda B4000 is newer by 35 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 256 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 2009 Mazda B4000 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, 2009 Mazda B4000 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, 2009 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 145 | 2009 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | 145 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3200 mm |
