2002 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 29 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, 2002 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 145 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2002 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2002 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2002 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu YRV | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | YRV | 145 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2260 mm |
