2001 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 28 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 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 145 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. 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, 1973 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. 2001 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1973 Honda 145 has manual transmission. 1973 Honda 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Naked | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Naked | 145 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2260 mm |
