1975 Honda 145 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (450 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 450 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 2010 Porsche 911 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 2010 Porsche 911. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda 145 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | 145 | 911 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1432 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |