1974 Honda 145 vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 37 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, 2011 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indigo weights approximately 216 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, 2011 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 145 | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | 145 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
