1979 Honda Accord vs. 1974 Honda 145
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Honda 145 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
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, 1979 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1974 Honda 145 | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | 145 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2260 mm |