1975 Honda 145 vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 33 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1300 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.
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, 2008 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 145 | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | 145 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2910 mm |
