1975 Honda 145 vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 70 kg more than 1975 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 145 | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | 145 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
