1975 Honda 145 vs. 1972 Honda 1300
To start off, 1975 Honda 145 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Honda 145 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300.
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, 1975 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda 145 | 1972 Honda 1300 | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | 145 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1432 cc | 1298 cc |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2200 mm |