1982 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 145 (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Honda 145.
Because 1982 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1973 Honda 145 (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Taft | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Taft | 145 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2260 mm |
