1974 Honda 145 vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 38 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 606 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 2012 Nissan NP300 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 2012 Nissan NP300. 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, 2012 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 145 | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2960 mm |
