1975 Honda 145 vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 32 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 1,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 260 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 2007 Mazda RX-8 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 2007 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 145 | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | 145 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
