1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1975 Honda 145
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 21 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 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 460 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 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 1975 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Rocky | 145 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2260 mm |
